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Dear readers, We have selected Although this year is far from over, all of us have already experienced several exciting from all highs and lows. It is therefore with great over the world. Table of pleasure that we present this latest version of our list to you as we concern. Our wine list of course would enter a new phase for our restaurant. not be possible without the support of the Despite it being the fourth edition, a Contents winemakers who are currently working great deal of work and thought has hard in the to maximise the gone into the creation of this ‘Shortlist’, quality of their wines. The work conducted Top 10 Wines 5 in order to give you an exceptional in the vineyards in the summer months 6 wine experience. High quality wines is particularly decisive as to whether the that excite and invigorate have been pressed in the autumn will produce Champagne 7 selected from all over the world and are a great or just an average wine. combined in this list. This edition should Three wines that I would like to bring to the Sparkling and Semi-Sparkling Wines 7 also whet your palate and bring you fore in this issue come from wine estates closer to the wines and their histories. where nothing but the very best quality 8 In the past one-and-a-half years we is bottled. The first is the2014 Ostertag Grauburgunder () 9 have received a great deal of positive Muenchberg Grand Riesling from feedback from you, the diners. You’ve the neighbouring wine region. Weißburgunder () 9 discovered new wines, rediscovered I have hardly come across another Riesling old favourites, and one or two of you packed with so much suspense as this one. 10 have even taken a copy of the Shortlist The second is the 2019 Secret de Léoube with you to read at home. Édition Oetker Collection which comes 11 We are also delighted about the from one of the best rosé producers in the 12 awards that the Fritz and Felix Shortlist Provence: Albert Mann, where biodynamic Cuvées and Other White Varieties and the Wintergarten Wine List have working methods have been in place for Domaine de la Romanée-Conti 13 won in recent months. At the German more than a decade. The third is the rich Wine List Awards, we were honoured 2016 Mogador from ’s Priorat Rosé 14 by Vinum, one of the most important region, one of the world’s most well-known wine magazines. Wine lists from all over red wines and a reputation it thoroughly 15 were submitted for this prize deserves. and the jury consisting of recognised A Sparkling Season 16 selected the Shortlist I do hope you’ll enjoy the read and, more 19 among the best wine lists in Germany. importantly, enjoy drinking the wines, too. Only a matter of days ago we received Lemberger 20 news of another award that is regarded as the highest international distinction Spanish Wines 21 for wine lists: the Wine Spectator Award. It is awarded once a year to the Grape Varieties 22 best wine lists in the world. Thousands of restaurants submit their wine lists to Rhône Grape Varieties 23 the Wine Spectator, one of the most Konstantin Baum - Master of Wine Bella Italia 24 widely read wine magazines, but only a few manage to pass the stringent Half Bottles 25 selection process. At present, there are fewer than 20 German restaurants Dessert Wines 27 among the winners. And we are now one of them. Notes 28 These awards are indeed flattering, but knowing that you, the diners, are happy with the wines on the list and the service we provide is nevertheless our ultimate

2 SHORTLIST SHORTLIST 3 Top 10 Wines Here is a small selection for those not wishing to work their way through the entire wine list. Our wine loving employees have chosen their favourite wines especially for you. Believe me, it wasn’t easy. The TOP 10 wines are therefore the choice’s choice.

Lina-Marie's preference Kerstin’s choice Raumland Rieslingsekt Brut 2013 Schloss Neuweier Riesling Mauerwein Rheinhessen 49 Großes Gewächs Ortenau 69 802, This long-established estate has been making 356, The Mauerwein originates - how could it be champagne since 1864. 90 Robert Parker otherwise - from the Mauerberg, one of the Ortenau’s steepest vineyards. Max' favourite 2007 Taittinger Comtes de Champagne Carla’s preference Blanc des Blancs 2017 Saint Cosme Les Deux Albion Rhône BI O Champagne 259 Rhone France 49 711, A pure Chardonnay with a particularly impressive fresh 603, This 100% is renowned for its excellent value and fruity note. 95 Robert Parker for money. It has the bouquet of blackberries and olive tapenade. 91 Robert Parker Kristina's recommendation 39 2018 Karl Schaefer Wachenheimer Fuchsmantel Matthias' favourite wine Quetschenbaum Riesling 2014 Gomez Cruzado Honorable Erste Lage Pfalz BI O Spain 69 403, This aromatic wine from the nearby Pfalz wine region 606, This Rioja has the aroma of ripe cherries and cigar is not only a big hit with Fritz. boxes, and is rich and smooth on the palate. Farid’s preference Daniel’s favourite 2015 Sven Nieger Riesling Unbestechlich 2013 Franz Keller Eichberg Pinot Noir Ortenau 59 Großes Gewächs Kaiserstuhl 139 331, This clear and elegant Riesling comes from one of 518, Son Friedrich is continually taking on more of multi- the emerging talents in -Baden’s Rebland. talented father Fritz Keller’s responsibilities on the estate and is also stamping the Pinots with his own, elegant Jutta’s favourite signature. 91 Robert Parker 2019 Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough New Zealand 69 Stephan’s favourite wine 324, A New Zealand classic. Hardly any other in 2010 Chêne Bleu Abelard recent decades has had such an impact on the Sauvignon BI O Provence France 179 Blanc wine style than Cloudy Bay. It has a bouquet of 537, This small winery lies 600 metres above sea level. gooseberries, grass and passion fruit. Here, the nights are cool and the winds are strong, hence this cuvée from and Syrah is aromatically intense and spicy. 95 Robert Parker

4 SHORTLIST SHORTLIST 5 Sparkling and Champagne Semi- Carbon dioxide makes sparkling wines what Champagne is served at every celebration of note. Even the popping of the they are. Simply a by-product of breathing to is like the starting gun to begin celebrating. Coco Chanel drank it when some, these molecules breathe new life into she was in love, and also when she was not. My philosophy, though, is that it wines, exhilarate us and make life that much more fun. Nowadays, excellent sparkling should be kept for the particularly good moments in life. Champagne! and semi-sparkling wines can be found all over the world. Here, we have put together a collection from Germany, France and . Alfred Gratien Brut Classique 2004 Pommery Louise Rosé Champagne The difference between sparkling and semi- Champagne France 18 / 98 Champagne France 209 sparkling wines is mainly due to the pressure 802, This long-established estate has been making 713, The House of Pommery can look back on a long Did you know that two of the three grape in the bottle. Semi-sparkling wines have less champagne since 1864. 90 Robert Parker history in the Champagne region and produces some varieties used for champagne are red? For of the most sought-after . than 2.5 bar of pressure while sparkling wines Alfred Gratien Brut Classique most champagnes, the red varieties Pinot must have over 3 bar. That’s more pressure Champagne France, MAGNUM 189 2007 Taittinger Comtes de Champagne Noir and are vinified white than in a car tire so do take care when the cork’s 700 Blanc des Blancs Champagne France 259 711, A pure Chardonnay with a particularly resulting in a light-coloured champagne. And being popped! Maillart Brut Platine Premier Cru impressive fresh and fruity note. 95 Robert Parker it is not only the colour that differentiates Champagne France 79 Raumland Riesling Brut Rheinhessen 8 / 49 701, An tremendously complex champagne from 2010 Dom Pérignon rosé champagne. The wines have a 801, Volker Raumland has totally committed himself to a small estate. 90 Robert Parker, 95 Champagne France 44 / 265 strawberry and raspberry scent and are sparkling wine and produces some of Germany’s best. 709, This Dom Pérignon is one of the stars of this 90 Robert Parker Taittinger Brut Réserve in the Champagne region. 98+ Vinous richer and more abundant. Champagne France 109 Schloss Neuweier Riesling Qualitätssekt Brut 740, This wine is produced with a grape blend of 40% Krug Grande Cuvée Champagne France 279 Ruinart Rosé Brut Méthode Traditionelle Ortenau 49 Chardonnay, 35% Pinot Noir and 25% Pinot Meunier. It is a 715, Krug is my favourite label in the Champagne Champagne France 26 / 149 806, Among other wines, Robert Schätzle makes rich champagne with great intensity. region and the Grand Cuvée is one of the wine 804, This elegant cuvée made from Chardonnay excellent sparkling wines close to Baden-Baden. world’s classics. 91 Robert Parker and Pinot Noir is clear and pure. 89 Robert Parker 2005 Alfred Gratien Menger-Krug Chardonnay Brut Germany 49 Champagne France 139 2007 Philipponnat Clos des Goisses Ruinart Rosé 717, This Chardonnay Sekt was fermented in bottle at 704, This cuvée has a two-third Chardonnay content Champagne France 459 Champagne France MAGNUM 319 the Menger-Krug manufacture in . and has a particularly precise and elegant note. 727, This cuvée consists of 65% Pinot Noir and 35% 728 93 Robert Parker Chardonnay with the base wine aged in wooden casks. 2014 Bercher Pinot Extra Brut Kaiserstuhl 55 After a few years of maturing it is very rich and complex. 2009 Moët & Chandon Grand Vintage Rosé Brut 733, This Spätburgunder and Chardonnay sparkling wine is 2009 Louis Roederer 159 95 Vinous Champagne France 149 fresh and lively. 735, Louis Roederer was founded in 1776 and is one of 706, Rosé champagne is ‘joie de vivre’ in a bottle. the last family-run champagne houses. The 2009 2000 Dom Pérignon P2 Champagne France 699 Cavaliera Lambrusco Grasparossa And this vintage is no exception. BI O vintage is rich and intense. 92 Vinous 725, This Dom Pérignon has been aged on the lees Emilia-Romagna Italy 39 for several years giving it great weight and intensity. Laurent Perrier Rosé 722, Lambrusco is back! This Grasparossa is dry, 2007 Dom Ruinart Blanc de Blancs 169 94 Robert Parker Champagne France 199 bottle fermented and has no added sulphur. 718, Dom Ruinart’s 2007 vintage has been aged on 734, The Laurent Perrier Rosé is aromatic in the nose the lees for 12 years. It has the aroma of lemon zest and creamy on the palate. 92 Robert Parker Bouvet Ladubay Trésor Rosé Sélection Saumur Brut and brioche. Loire France 49 2006 Dom Pérignon Rosé 712, This rosé cuvée made from and Champagne France 599 Grolleau grapes is a classic from the Loire region 737, A rich rosé champagne dominated by the aromas of the bringing with it exceptional quality for this price. Pinot Noir grape variety. It has to age for 10 years in the cellar 6 SHORTLIST before it can unfurl its full potential. 95 Vinous SHORTLIST 7 Riesling Grauburgunder (Pinot Gris) Are you a Grauburgunder fan? Hardly any other grape variety is currently more in No other grape stands for quite like this one. Treasured by wine fashion than the Grauburgunder and there are a number of good reasons for this. drinkers on every continent, it even produced the most expensive wine in the Our selection below covers many of these reasons. With its aroma and strength, world 100 years ago. Today, it still ranks among the white grape varieties of the Grauburgunder can produce great wines, particularly here in Baden. highest quality even though it trails behind the wines from Bordeaux and Burgundy somewhat in price. I have tasted throughout the world but nowhere does 2018 Weinhaus Heger Sonett Kaiserstuhl 8 / 35 407, A lively and fruity Grauburgunder from Weinhaus Heger. this grape feel more at home than in Germany. If you would like to know more about Rieslings, turn to the article of page 15 and delve into the history of this fascinating 2016 Stigler Ihringer Winklerberg Pagode Großes Gewächs Kaiserstuhl 69 309, The juice for this wine comes from the grapes of the Vordere Winklerberg and brings the pure grape variety. Grauburgunder taste to the glass.

2014 Franz Keller Kähner Großes Gewächs Kaiserstuhl 79 2018 Schloss Neuweier Riesling 2015 Immich-Batterieberg Zollturm 308, The Kähner is one of the Kaiserstuhl’s prime vineyard locations. Here, the terraces can only be maintained Gutswein Ortenau 7 / 29 Großes Gewächs 89 and harvested by hand. 406, Schloss Neuweier is one of the prettiest 313, The Zollturm is an extremely steep and barren in the Ortenau and ranks among the plot on the banks of the Mosel. The wine stands 2012 Albert Mann Grand Cru Hengst Alsace France 69 best producers in Germany. with its patron Nico Hofmann for the freedom of 306, This Pinot Gris is rich and intensive, and slightly sweet on the palate. 91 Vinous association and assembly. 90 James Suckling 2018 Karl Schaefer Wachenheimer Fuchsmantel BI O Quetschenbaum Erste Lage Pfalz 9 / 39 2014 Georg Breuer Rüdesheim Berg Schlossberg 403, This aromatic wine from the 119 Weißburgunder (Pinot Blanc) region is not only a big hit with Fritz. 360, This wine comes from one of the best vineyards in the renowned Rheingau region. 2011 Stigler Ihringen Winklerberg Riesling Weißburgunder, also known as Pinot Blanc, is Grauburgunder’s sibling. While F 2 Kaiserstuhl 39 Grauburgunder has coloured skin, the Weißburgunder grape is very light. Getting the 2013 Schloss Hermannsberg Niederhäuser 301, The vines for this elegant, dry wine were brought Hermannsberg Riesling MAGNUM 199 best out of the grape has proven difficult for many. Not for the following winemakers, from Germany’s Mosel wine region to the Kaiserstuhl. however. It has the aroma of lemon tart and limes and stimulates 341, This intensive and multi-layered Riesling is the palate with its freshness. extremely complex und precise. 2019 Knewitz Gutswein Rheinhessen 8 / 35 2016 Gelblack Rheingau 49 2014 Ostertag Muenchberg Riesling 410, What the brothers Tobias and Björn Knewitz have achieved in recent years is truly admirable. The small business is I O 303, Schloss Johannisberg is one of the oldest wineries Alsace France B 115 one of the rising stars in the Rheinhessen region and this Weißburgunder’s freshness and elegance certainly impress. in the world and the first that totally dedicated itself to 333, Ostertag’s Muenchberg is one of the best 2018 Franz Keller Oberbergener Pulverbuck Kaiserstuhl 49 Riesling. Rieslings from Alsace. 94 Vinous 332, Fritz Keller runs one of the best restaurants in Baden-Württemberg, is president of the German Football Association 2015 Sven Nieger Unbestechlich Ortenau 59 2013 Domaine Weinbach Riesling Schlossberg (DFB) and has been making wines for years. This Weißburgunder is straight forward and fresh.

331, This clear and elegant Riesling comes from one of the Clos Des Capucins Grand Cru BI O 2018 Dr. Heger Ihringer Winklerberg Vorderer Winklerberg Großes Gewächs Kaiserstuhl 69 emerging talents in Baden-Baden’s Rebland Alsace France 119 307, This Weißburgunder features layers of complexities. Joining the fruit aromas are spicy notes and a salty finish. 319, The grapes for this wine come from the warm, 2015 Schloss Neuweier Mauerwein wall-enclosed Clos des Capucins vineyard. 2013 Dautel Weissburgunder S Württemberg 79 Großes Gewächs Ortenau 14 / 69 321, Grapes from prime vineyards are used for Dautel’s ‘S-Class’ wine. It is fermented in barriques and has 356, The Mauerwein originates - how could it be long-aging capabilities to produce a more complex and richer wine. otherwise - from the Mauerberg, one of the Ortenau’s steepest vineyards. 2017 Cantina Terlan Vorberg Riserva Südtirol 89 328, The Cantina Terlan is famous all over the world for great white wines. This Pinot Bianco is no exception. It has a complex bouquet with aromas of stone fruits and herbs.

8 SHORTLIST SHORTLIST 9 Chardonnay Domaine Leflaive If there’s one grape variety that can outstrip Riesling of its ‘king of the white This small winery in Burgundy enjoys a history that dates back to 1717. In the 20th wines’ title then it’s Chardonnay. In Burgundy, some of the most complex wines century, the family-run estate worked its way to the wine world’s top tier and the ever produced have been pressed from Chardonnay. Chardonnay is also being Chardonnays from Domaine Leflaive rank among France’s most coveted wines. planted more and more frequently in Germany. And for many years now, great Following environmentally friendly working practices wherever possible has wines have been pressed from this grape variety in the New World – from been important to the family for some time, hence the Leflaive’s being credited as America to Australia. being pioneers of biodynamic in Burgundy.

The most famous of the Domaine Leflaive vineyards are to be found in the Côte de

2018 Friedrich Becker Gutswein Pfalz 9 / 49 2015 Jean Chartron Puligny Montrachet Clos du Beaune surrounding the Le Montrachet appellation. All neighbouring plots also 411, Weingut Friedrich Becker is one of Germany’s experts Cailleret Premier Cru Burgund Frankreich 199 have the name ‘Montrachet’ in their designation. One could almost say that this for Burgundy grapes. This Chardonnay is aromatic and rich. 320, Jean-Michel Chartron has refined the style of the estate in recent years. Today, the winery produces wines part of Burgundy represents the hub of the Chardonnay world as no other area 2011 Stigler Ihringer Winklerberg Spätlese that clearly express their origin. produces such superb, high-quality wines from this grape variety as here. Kaiserstuhl 59 418, This wonderful, ripe, German Chardonnay is elegant, 2015 Sandhi Vineyards Santa Barbara County USA 89 lively and has a long aftertaste. 317, This wine comes from one of the most famous BI O sommeliers, Rajat Parr, and seams to unite the coolness of 2013 Leflaive Puligny Montrachet Clavoillon Premier Cru Burgund Frankreich 50 / 249 2016 Stéphane Tissot La Mailloche Arbois Burgundy with the sunshine of California. 91 Robert Parker 322, There is hardly a Domaine in Burgundy as well known as Leflaive. The Clavoillon is elegant and fresh. O Frankreich BI 99 91 Robert Parker - served using the Coravin system

323, The Arbois is one of the most exciting wine growing 2015 Angelo Gaja “Gaia & Rey” Piemont Italien 289 BI O regions in France and Stéphane Tissot is one of the best 329, An intense and rich Chardonnay from the visionary 2012 Leflaive Puligny Montrachet Clavoillon Premier Cru Burgund Frankreich 349 winemakers in the region. 94 Robert Parker thinking grandmaster of the Piemont region. This wine 335, The Clavoillon Premier Cru plot is almost exclusively owned by Domaine Leflaive. first appeared on the scene in 1983. Over the years it has 92 Vinous

established itself as one the region’s best white wines. BI O 2014 Leflaive Puligny Montrachet Clavoillon Premier Cru Burgund Frankreich MAGNUM 599 93 Robert Parker 345, The only thing better than a bottle of Leflaive’s Clavoillon is a magnum bottle of the wine. 90-92 Vinous

I O 2007 Leflaive Puligny Montrachet Les Pucelles Premier Cru Burgund Frankreich B 599 357, Les Pucelles is renowned as a Premier Cru plot that can often supply Grand Cru quality. 94 Robert Parker

I O 2010 Leflaive Bienvenues Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru Burgund Frankreich B 899 366, The Bienvenues Bâtard-Montrachet has the elegance of a ballerina. 97 Robert Parker BI O 2012 Leflaive Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru Burgund Frankreich 999 368, The Grand Cru plot of Bâtard-Montrachet produces particularly rich wines. 96+ Vinous

BI O 2011 Leflaive Chevalier Montrachet Grand Cru Burgund Frankreich 999 370, Chevalier Montrachet is considered to be one of the best Grand Cru vineyards for Chardonnay Chardonnay is being planted more in Burgundy. The barren soil forces the vines to fight for water which in turn produces highly concentrated grapes. and more frequently in Germany. 95 Vinous

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Sauvignon Blanc Cuvées and Sauvignon Blanc is ‘joie de vivre’ in a glass. This grape variety has an extremely intense bouquet of ripe fruits along with grass and spices. In New Zealand, even cat’s pee is among the identified aromas in one or two examples. How delightful! Sauvignon other white Blanc can stimulate the taste buds in its own unique way and it combines extremely well with food. grape varieties 2019 Fischer Kaiserstuhl 8 / 35 405, The Fischer winery is run by the Heger family. The Sauvignon Blanc is fresh, lively and clear. There are thousands of grape varieties in the world so not all can be given their own 2018 Oliver Zeter Fumé Pfalz 59 352, The grapes for this wine come from old plots and the juices are fermented in French barriques. heading. But that doesn’t mean that they are any less special. Those who have a glass A blend of ripe fruit aromas and a fine wood influence is the result. of fresh Grüner Veltliner or a fantastic Albarino to accompany their seafood know

2019 Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough Neuseeland 69 exactly what I’m talking about. 324, A New Zealand classic. Hardly any other winery in recent decades has had such an impact on the Sauvignon Blanc wine style than Cloudy Bay. It has a bouquet of gooseberries, grass and passion fruit. 92 Robert Parker 2018 Brenners Park-Hotel & Schloss Neuweier Cuvée Ortenau 8 / 35 315, In cooperation with Schloss Neuweier in the Ortenau district, we have taken Chardonnay, Muskateller and 2018 Tement Grassnitzberg Südsteiermark Österreich 79 Sauvignon Blanc grape varieties to create this fine Cuvée exclusively for Brenners Park-Hotel. 353, Weingut Tement is one of the undisputed experts for Sauvignon Blanc in the Südsteiermark region. The Grassnitzberg vineyard is one of the winery’s prime plots and the wines display a clear and lively character. 2012 Stigler Ihringer Winklerberg Sauvignon Blanc & Kaiserstuhl 39 310, This intensive cuvée from two Loire grape varieties is extremely precise and long-lasting. 2018 Vacheron Guignes-Chèvres Loire Frankreich 99 354, Domaine Vacheron has held organic certification for many years and ranks among the best wineries BI O in the Loire. 2013 Dr. Heger Ihringer Winklerberg Kaiserstuhl 59 302, Viognier in Baden is still a rarity. This is one of the first examples from the Kaiserstuhl. 2016 Domaine de la Moussière Alphonse Mellot Cuvee Edmond Vieilles Vignes Sancerre Loire Frankreich 129 327, This wine is made from the fruit of 100-year-old vines and the 2016 vintage ranks among the best produced 2013 Nikolaihof Grüner Veltliner Smaragd Im Weingebirge Wachau Österreich 99 O in the region. 358, Weingut Nikolaihof is the oldest wine estate in Austria with a 2000-year-old history to its name. BI The Im Weingebirge is distinctly elegant and refined. 2011 Château Smith-Haut Lafitte Blanc Grand Cru Classé Bordeaux Frankreich 279 93+ Robert Parker 349, The wine’s bouquet is of candied lemons and orange, and is creamy and lively on the palate. 94 Vinous 2016 Prager Grüner Veltliner Achleiten Stockkultur Smaragd Wachau Österreich 129 359, Prager’s wines rank among Austria’s best. This wine is decidedly intense and rich with a long aftertaste. 399 2008 Château Pavillon Blanc Du Château Margaux Bordeaux Frankreich 94 Robert Parker 348, This is a brilliant and lively Sauvignon Blanc with great complexities, produced by the famous Château Margaux. 91-93 Robert Parker 2019 Huet Le Haut-Lieu Sec Loire France 79 BI O 364, This Chenin Blanc from Huet is the Vouvray classic. Celebrities such as Mick Jagger have strolled through the cellars under the estate and the wines are simply outstanding. 90 Robert Parker

12 SHORTLIST SHORTLIST 13 Domaine de la Romanée-Conti Rosé Rosé continues to be in vogue – no question about it. Simply considered If the world of wine had to agree upon one wine estate that represented the pinnacle of for many years as a by-product of the process, rosés have made quality, then it would quite possibly be Domaine de la Romanée-Conti. Among connoisseurs, great strides in terms of quality in the past couple of decades. Today, the winery is abbreviated to DRC, three letters that carry a great deal of weight. the wines are therefore more distinct and more demanding than before. The Domaine lies in the sleepy commune of Vosne-Romanée, close to some of the They are no longer simply terrace wines but can now accompany food best vineyard sites in Burgundy. DRC’s eight Grand Cru vineyards are cultivated and are wines with depth and complexity. biologically and with great attention to detail. When I was there last, I even observed them using horses in the vineyards to preserve the ground. From the 2014 2019 Schloss Neuweier Rosé Gutswein Ortenau 8 / 35 vintage, we have received a charge from all of the Domaine’s Grand Cru vineyards. 402, This pure Spätburgunder rosé is fresh and fruity.

We must however point out that upon the instructions of the Domaine we are 2019 Secret de Léoube Édition Oetker Collection Provence Frankreich 49 unfortunately unable to allow any bottles or corks to leave our restaurant’s premises. 318, This rosé has been exclusively produced for the Oetker Collection hotels.

2019 Domaines Ott Château de Selle Provence Frankreich 79 BI O 311, This estate is one of the most famous rosé producers in the world.

2019 Domaines Ott Château de Selle Provence Frankreich MAGNUM 159 2014 Domaine de la Romanée-Conti 2014 Domaine de la Romanée-Conti 342 Montrachet Grand Cru 6999 Romanée Saint Vivant Grand Cru 2499 592, 98+ Vinous 589, 95 Robert Parker

2014 Domaine de la Romanée-Conti 2014 Domaine de la Romanée-Conti Orange wine Echézeaux Grand Cru 1199 La Tâche Grand Cru 2999 Orange wines are currently one of the most hotly discussed styles of wine 591, 92 Robert Parker 594, 96 Robert Parker in the world. They are white wines that are allowed to stay in contact with 2014 Domaine de la Romanée-Conti 2014 Domaine de la Romanée-Conti the grape skins. Sometimes, the colour of the wine changes to a more or less Grands Echézeaux Grand Cru 1599 Romanée-Conti Grand Cru 9999 discreet orange due to this process. The aromas and taste always change. 590, 94 Robert Parker 595, 97 Robert Parker The aromas and tannins contained in the grape skins change the wine into 2014 Domaine de la Romanée-Conti something totally new. This technique has been practiced in some regions Richebourg Grand Cru 2399 588, 96 Robert Parker for hundreds of years but is currently being well received in the mainstream wine world, enriching it with an additional style.

2016 Stigler Ihringen Fohrenberg Grauburgunder M Erste Lage Kaiserstuhl 39 340, This Grauburgunder is fermented with the skins present and besides the hint of orange develops an intensive texture.

2016 Kopp Altenberg Grauburgunder Ortenau 49 312, The Grauburgunder Altenberg is light red as the skins are present during fermentation. On the palate it is rich and intense with very creamy and powerful sensation. Together with patron Vanessa Eichholz, the wine stands for the freedom of individuals.

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Wine enthusiasts have their the Spätlese was ‘invented’ there in its lengthy Riesling tradition. own unofficial list of the world’s 1775. Due to the messenger being Here where we are in the Baden best grape varieties. In the red delayed in obtaining the harvesting wine region, Riesling played a wine column of the list, the top permit from the Bishop of , secondary role to the widely two spots are occupied by Pinot botrytis bunch rot had already spread Burgundy grapes. Noir and , begun to infect the grapes by the Nevertheless, the Ortenau district something that is largely time they were harvested and that surrounds Baden-Baden is undisputed. It’s only then that the processed. No one thought that renowned for its Riesling wines. discussions begin as to the ranking good wine could be made from the The residual granite and gneiss of the rest. With regard to white shrivelled fruit. The resulting sweet soils of the Ortenau district wine grape varieties there are also wine delighted everyone who tried produce rich and intensive two vine types at the top. One of it and a new quality category was Rieslings that also go by the name them is Chardonnay, the world- born due to the late harvesting of Klingelbergers in this area. This famous grape variety that is grown mistake. synonym for Riesling comes from practically all over the world. The Unlike almost any other grape a Riesling plantation that belonged second may come as a surprise to variety, Riesling is renowned for to Margrave Carl Friedrich of some. It is in fact Riesling. being extremely versatile. Light, dry Baden at his Schloss Staufenberg Riesling is also grown in estate wines, rich wine estate. The wine produced numerous regions around the wines and ice wines have been from this vineyard soon became world but nowhere else is it more produced for hundreds of years renowned and the seedlings from at home that here in Germany. It is from its lively sparkling wine. The these vines were sold throughout assumed that Riesling originated best dessert wines are particularly the region. Today, there are still from the valley as historical good at surviving for decades numerous excellent winegrowers records from the 15th century from and rank among the most sought- here who are committed to this the Rheingau and Mosel wine after wines in the world. Not grape variety. The 2013 Schloss regions show. The grape variety long ago this was plain for all to Neuweier Riesling Mauerwein was highly valued within society see when a bottle of the 2003 Großes Gewächs from this and occupied prime vineyard sites. Scharzhofberger Riesling Shortlist comes from the traditional The fact that the grape matures from Schloss Neuweier estate, while extremely well in the bottle must Egon Müller was sold at auction for the 2015 Sven Nieger Riesling have also been known to the €12,000 and, in doing so, set the Unbestechlich is vinified by winegrowers back then. Today, record for the most expensive bottle newcomer Sven Nieger. Both there are still mature Rieslings of . wines demonstrate the Ortenau’s stored in Bremen’s town hall that Today, approximately 50% of all potential for producing excellent date back to 1653. Riesling vineyards are to be found Rieslings. From very early on there have in Germany. Riesling is the most been estates in Germany that have important white grape variety in specialised in Riesling. The historic the majority of the German wine Schloss Johannisberg has been regions. The Rhine valley with its producing Rieslings exclusively Rheingau and Mittelrhein wine since 1720, such as the 2016 regions is where the majority of Schloss Johannisberg Gelblack Riesling production takes place, on this list. According to legend, along with the Mosel region with

16 SHORTLIST SHORTLIST 17 Pinot Noir Pinot Noir or Spätburgunder is one of the world’s most influential grape varieties. It is not only directly related to Weißburgunder and Grauburgunder, but is also a parent to a large number of grape varieties that have in the meantime become established. Great Pinot Noirs are hard to beat when it comes to intensity, complexity and longevity. Burgundy is viewed as the birthplace of Pinot Noir but nowadays Germany too produces some of this grape variety’s best wines.

2014 Stigler Oberrotweiler Ortswein F8 Kaiserstuhl 8 / 39 2011 Bernhard Huber Hecklinger Schlossberg 524, Weingut Stigler specialises in wines with maturing Großes Gewächs Breisgau 199 qualities. The F8 shows just how long it is possible to store a 527, During the course of his career, Bernhard Pinot Noir from this estate. Huber rose to the ranks of the best Pinot Noir winemakers in Germany. The 2011 vintage was one of his last and 2013 Bercher Burkheimer Ortswein Kaiserstuhl 39 reflects the outstanding contribution he made to German 601, The Burkheimer has an aroma of ripe cherries, plums wines. 94 Vinous and fine spicy notes.

2010 Stigler Oberrotweiler Eichberg Kaiserstuhl 49 506, The Eichberg lies on the border with France opposite Colmar and produces elegant Spätburgunder wines. 2011 Eyrie Vineyards Dundee Hills Oregon USA 109 541, The Eyrie is an icon in the USA. The wines have 2014 Sven Nieger unfiltriert Ortenau 79 influenced Pinot Noir production in the entire country. 510, This naturally cloudy Spätburgunder with its aroma 91 Robert Parker of cherries, black tea and spices comes from a talented newcomer from the Ortenau region.

2015 Schloss Neuweier Heiligenstein Silber Ortenau 109 2012 Catherine & Claude Marechal Ladoix 521, Only in recent years has Schloss Les Chaillots Burgund Frankreich 69 Neuweier begun to produce a red wine. The wine is rich and 533, The small estate has been run since 1981 by Catherine intense. and Claude who produce red wines from the Pinot Noir grape that are elegant and packed with suspense.

2013 Martin Waßmer Dottinger Castellberg 2013 Albert Mann Markgräflerland 109 Clos de la Faille Elsass Frankreich 79 511, The Dottinger Castellberg vineyard has a centuries-old 520, The Clos de la Faille vineyard is organically managed. history and produces wines today with great intensity and The wine’s bouquet is of ripe cherries, black tea and density. blackberries. 89+ Robert Parker

2014 Dr. Heger Vorderer Winklerberg 2013 Marquis d‘Angerville Volnay 1er Cru Großes Gewächs Kaiserstuhl 129 Champans Burgund Frankreich 269 512, Weingut Dr. Heger is renowned for making great wines 553, Marquis d’Angerville is one of the Volnay’s cult wines. from the Burgundy grape varieties. This wine comes from The wine is complex, rich and at the same time refined. one of the most famous Pinot Noir vineyard locations in Even the last sip lasts for several minutes. Germany. 92-94 Robert Parker

2013 Franz Keller Eichberg Großes Gewächs Kaiserstuhl 139 518, Son Friedrich is continually taking on more of multi- talented father Fritz Keller’s responsibilities on the estate and is also stamping the Pinots with his own, elegant signature. 91 Robert Parker 18 SHORTLIST SHORTLIST 19 Lemberger Spanish wines Wine has been produced in Spain for centuries but more has happened here in the last I find it impossible to explain why Lemberger is still overshadowed in Germany by two decades than in the majority of other European winegrowing countries. Spanish Spätburgunder. This grape variety is capable of producing outstanding wines with wine is once again on everyone’s lips and the quality is higher than ever. And that’s good exceptional fullness and strength. In Austria, the name Blaufränkisch is used althoughit news because Spain has a wealth of exciting grape varieties and wine styles to offer that is the same grape variety. are not often encountered in the rest of the wine world. Here we’ve compiled an excellent choice for you.

2018 José Pariente Rueda Spanien 39 2018 Attis Albariño Rias Baixas Spanien 39 2017 Aldinger Hanweiler Berg Lemberger Württemberg 45 339, Verdejo is a white grape variety that appeals to wine 338, Albariño is one of Spain’s outstanding white wines. It 582, Weingut Aldinger is one of the best estates in Württemberg. This wine is aged in barriques and has a bouquet of rich drinkers with its intensive aroma and freshness. At José combines extremely well with seafood and fish, or proves to berries and spices. Pariente, they’ve learnt how to get the maximum out of the be the ideal accompaniment for taking a break in the sun. grape. Impressive from the very first sip. 2016 Aldinger Fellbacher Lämmler Lemberger Großes Gewächs Württemberg 129 2017 4 Kilos Mallorca Spanien 99 583, The Lämmler vineyard is one of Aldinger’s best and this wine demonstrates just how much potential the Lemberger 2016 Sierra Cantabria Crianza Rioja Spanien 8 / 39 501, This distinctively elegant, fine red wine is made by 4 Kilos grape variety has. 602, This pure is aged in used barriques and using the rare Callet grape. After aging in small wooden casks bottled without being filtered. Its aroma is of ripe cherries it is complex and spicy. 2010 Schloss Halbturn Blaufränkisch Jungenberg Neusiedlersee Österreich 169 and smoke. On the palate it’s rich and juicy. 540, Built in the 18th century, Schloss Halbturn has had an eventful history. The wines are produced today as they were in 2017 Bodegas Aalto Spanien 109 the past – by hand and with long barrel aging. 2015 Gomez Cruzado Honorable Rioja Spanien 69 546, Aalto is one of the top wine estates in Ribera del Duero. 606, This Rioja has the aroma of ripe cherries and cigar This wine is rice and velvety with a black cherry and cassis boxes, and is rich and smooth on the palate. bouquet. 94 Robert Parker

2007 López de Heredia Viña Tondonia 2016 Clos Mogador Priorat Spanien 199 Reserva Rioja Spanien 89 503, Clos Mogador is one of the wines that has made Priorat 523, Viña Tondonia is an institution in the Rioja region and famous. Its most important grape variety is Garnacha and the wines are more classic than the classics. following a long maturing process in wooden casks it is This Reserva is made from 70% Tempranillo, complex and smooth. 98 Robert Parker 20% Garnacho, 5% Graciano and 5% Mazuelo and aged in used, American barriques. 96 Robert Parker

20 SHORTLIST SHORTLIST 21 Bordeaux grape varieties Rhone grape varieties The Bordeaux region and its grape varieties started to conquer the world a The Rhone flows from the Alps to the Mediterranean. Many a famous few decades ago. Today, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Cabernet Franc vineyard occupies its banks with Syrah and Grenache Noir being the most grow in almost every wine producing country in the world and the famous important grape varieties grown there. The wines from these vineyards oenologists from the region around the Gironde advise wineries on every are drunk throughout the world. For me, a great Syrah simply belongs in continent. There are many reasons for this but one of the most important every and the wines from Chateauneuf du Pape are unrivalled is the fact that the Bordeaux region really can produce great wines. the world over.

2013 Martin Waßmer Calmo Markgräflerland 35 1999 Château Léoville Las Cases Saint-Julien 2017 Saint Cosme Côtes du Rhône Les Deux 2010 Chêne Bleu Abelard Provence Frankreich 179 509, The Calmo comes from Baden’s Markgräflerland Bordeaux Frankreich 499 537, This small winery lies 600 metres above sea level. Here, region and is a cuvée made from the Bordeaux grape 519, The beautiful Château Léoville Las Cases is nestled Albion Rhone Frankreich 10 / 49 varieties Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon as well as St. amongst the vines in Saint Julien. Wine has been made here 603, This 100% Syrah is renowned for its excellent value the nights are cool and the winds are strong, hence this cuvée Laurent and Syrah. Its bouquet is of cassis and cedar wood for hundreds of years but it is only in the last decade that the for money. It has the bouquet of blackberries and olive from Grenache and Syrah is aromatically intense and spicy. and is very creamy on the palate. quality of the Château has increased significantly. tapenade. 91 Robert Parker 95 Robert Parker 92 Robert Parker 2006 Château Viallet Nouhant Haut-Médoc 2015 Château Viranel Tradition Saint Chinian 2014 Clos des Papes Châteauneuf du Pape Bordeaux Frankreich 59 1989 Château Mouton-Rothschild 1er Grand Cru Classé Languedoc-Roussillon Frankreich 39 Rhone Frankreich 199 547, This mature Cru Artisan is spicy and intense. Pauillac Bordeaux Frankreich 1199 515, This cuvée made with Grenache, Syrah, 557, Clos des Papes are renowned for their rich wines that 539, Mouton Rothschild is a legend in Bordeaux. No other retain a certain touch of elegance. This wine is creamy and 2015 Chateau Moulin Haut Laroque Fronsac winery has managed to have its rank upgraded in the 1855 and Mourvèdre was aged with practically no contact with Bordeaux Frankreich 79 Classification. Since then, Mouton has given no one the reason wood. As a result, the wine’s aroma is of ripe strawberries, intensive with a fresh aftertaste. 93-95 Vinous 604, This rich red wine from the east of Bordeaux is hearty to regret this decision. 93 Robert Parker cherries and thyme. 90 Robert Parker and complex. 90 Robert Parker 2009 Château de Beaucastel Châteauneuf du Pape Rhone Frankreich 259 1999 Petrus Pomerol Bordeaux Frankreich 3499 2017 Yann Chave Crozes-Hermitage Le Rouvre 2015 Château Le Puy Émilien 596, Petrus is the most famous estate in Pomerol and probably 522, In this year, the famous wine estate produced a Rhone Frankreich 79 Bordeaux Frankreich 99 one of the most sought-after wines in the world. The 1999 Châteauneuf that can be drunk young but will still mature 529, 2015 was an excellent year in Bordeaux and this 513, The grapes for this wine come from 50-year-old vines vintage is no exception. Ripe cherries and truffles make up its for a few decades. 94 Robert Parker complex cuvée from Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon bouquet. 94 Robert Parker that have been pampered to create this excellent 2017 clearly shows what is possible in Bordeaux when the vintage. 91+ Robert Parker. 2013 Penfolds Bin 28 Kalimna Shiraz Australien 99 weather plays it part. 2008 Château L’Evangile Pomerol Bordeaux 586, This rich and aromatic Shiraz comes from one of Frankreich MAGNUM 899 2015 Guigal Côte-Rôtie Brune et Blonde Australia’s most renowned producers. It has the aroma of 2015 Château Tour Saint Christophe Grand Cru 551, This Evangile has a bouquet of ripe cherries, raspberries, Rhone Frankreich 129 109 chocolate and smoke. On the palate it has a creamy texture blackcurrants and vanilla. 91 Vinous Saint-Émilion Bordeaux Frankreich 514, The wine comes from the slopes of the Côte-Rôtie 536, The 2015 Tour Saint Christophe is still young but with ripe tannins and a long aftertaste. 94 Robert Parker where the Syrah grape is given a special richness. It is nevertheless displays great charm and aromatic precision. 2012 Penfolds RWT Shiraz Barossa Australien 349 92 Robert Parker sensual and concentrated. 93 Robert Parker 2012 Opus One Napa Valley USA 999 584, RWT originally stood for Red Winemaking Trial. This 542, Two legends of the viticulture industry joined forces wine has pushed the boundaries and created a new Shiraz 2009 Le Priourat Jean-Pierre Moueix many years ago to produce this wine. The result of the joint 2013 Auguste Clape Cornas Renaissance Bordeaux Frankreich MAGNUM 129 venture between Robert Mondavi and Baron Philippe de Rhone Frankreich 149 style. The wine is profound and extremely complex. 502, The renowned winemaker Moueix bottled this rich Rothschild soon became one of the world’s most sought- 556, This pure Syrah is hedonistic and intense with aromas 92+ Robert Parker and intense cuvée of Merlot and Cabernet Franc in the after wines. 96 Robert Parker of ripe blackberries and pepper. On the palate, this wine outstanding year of 2009. from the Rhone’s old master is expansive and long-lasting. 93 Robert Parker 2011 Château Pontet Canet 5ème Grand Cru Classé Pauillac Bordeaux Frankreich 299 555, Practically no other winery has achieved such a rapid ascent in recent years as Pontet Canet. At the same time, Pontet Canet has successfully made the transition to organic agriculture. 93 Robert Parker

22 SHORTLIST SHORTLIST 23 Bella Italia Half bottles Italy, red wine and good food were always an evening recipe for success. The Romans brought viticulture to many parts of the European mainland, but kept many of their Is the bottle half full or half empty? I’ll leave the answer to you. There are, however, own grape varieties for themselves. From lively, fruity to the structured always occasions when you should reach for the smaller format. You can enjoy more and aromatic – Italy has so much to offer. I‘ve chosen a few here. wines with your food, or you can begin with the small bottle in preparation of the larger version, or sometimes it’s simply necessary to do things by halves.

Cavaliera Lambrusco Grasparossa 2016 Toskana Italien 449 Alfred Gratien Brut Classique Champagne Frankreich 59 BI O Emilia-Romagna Italien 39 538, It’s hardly left the bottle and it’s already regarded as 707, This long-established estate has been making champagne since 1864. 90 Robert Parker 722, Lambrusco is back! This Grasparossa is dry, bottle one of the best Ornellaias of all time. This estate from the fermented and has no added sulphur. Bolgheri region produce distinctly complex and expressive Krug Grande Cuvée Champagne Frankreich 139 wines from Bordeaux grape varieties. 729, Krug is my favourite label in the Champagne region and the Grand Cuvée is one of the wine world’s classics. 2015 Villa Trasqua Classico 98 Robert Parker 91 Robert Parker Toskana Italien 49 550, This Chianti Classico has the aroma of ripe cherries, 2011 Valter Bera Rabajà Riserva 2015 Martin Waßmer Grauer Burgunder SW Markgräflerland 35 black tea and dark chocolate. On the palate it’s refreshing Piemont Italien 159 325, This expressive Grauburgunder comes from southern Baden. and rich. 532, Barbaresco is a neighbour of Barolo. A pure Nebbiolo wine that has an extremely complex aroma, intense tannin 2014 Dr. Heger Ihringer Winklerberg Riesling Großes Gewächs Kaiserstuhl 39 2016 Fèlsina Chianti Classico Riserva Berardenga and fresh acidity. 347, This Riesling comes from the legendary Winklerberg in Ihringen and appears clear and lively. Toskana Italien 79 580, This wonderful estate is not only a place for great 2010 San Leonardo Marchese Carlo Guerrieri 2014 Domaine Leflaive Puligny Montrachet Clavoillon Premier Cru Burgund Frankreich 129 wines, it is also a sanctuary for wild animals. I O Gonzaga Trentino Italien 199 350, Ripe citrus fruit and apple aromas dominate the bouquet. On the palate it’s creamy B The 2016 vintage is rich with aromas of ripe berries and 525, The monumental San Leonardo wine was only pressed with refreshing acidity. 90-92 Vinous smoke. 94 Robert Parker for the first time in 1982. From the very beginning, this wine 2015 Altesino Brunello di Montalcino has been made from Cabernet Sauvignon, Carmenere and 2013 Franz Keller Oberbergener Bassgeige Spätburgunder Erste Lage Kaiserstuhl 35 508, A mature, aromatic red wine with notes of ripe cherries and spices. Toskana Italien 119 Merlot. 95 Robert Parker 581, This Brunello is from a cooler year and is therefore 2006 San Leonardo Marchese Carlo Guerrieri particularly elegant and aromatic. On the palate it’s firm 2014 Château Clarisse Castillon Bordeaux Frankreich 39 Gonzaga Trentino Italien 199 and intense. 95 Robert Parker 552, This cuvée of Merlot and a small portion of Cabernet Franc has a ripe cherry and tobacco aroma. 528, Today, the San Leonardo wines rank among Italy’s

2016 Tignanello Toskana Italien 50 / 249 best and are capable of aging for several years before 530, The Tignanello, a cuvée from Sangiovese, Cabernet having to be drunk. 95 Robert Parker Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon is very intense and concentrated. 95-97 Robert Parker - serviert mit Coravin

Sometimes, it is simply necessary to do things by halves.

24 SHORTLIST SHORTLIST 25 Dessert wines If there’s something we can do particularly well in Germany, it’s making dessert wines. Our Rieslings are legendry when it comes to quality and ripening. Other nations too produce some great dessert wines, hence you will also find below a selection from France. We’ve got fresh, Spätlese wines, rich wines and concentrated Sélection de Grains Nobles wines. Besides these, you can choose whether you wish to round off the evening with a Riesling that has a nose of apricots and pineapple or with a flowery and opulent Gewürztraminer.

2009 JJ Prüm Wehlener Sonnenuhr 2008 Albert Mann Pinot Gris Altenbourg 17 / 79 Spätlese Mosel Le Tri Selection de Grains Nobles 0.375l BI O 365, The Prüm family have been associated with the Wehlen Elsass Frankreich 99 for more than 400 years. Their wines are classics like 362, With 234 grams of residual sugar, this is an extremely this fruity, fresh Spätlese from the Sonnenuhr vineyards. rich . It has a honey, caramel and orange 92 Robert Parker marmalade aroma. 95 Vinous

2015 Dr. Heger Ihringer Winklerberg Muskateller 2006 Domaine Weinbach Gewürztraminer Spätlese Erste Lage Kaiserstuhl 49 Fürstentum Grand Cru 0.375l Selection de Grains 305, There is hardly a grape variety as aromatic and intense Nobles Elsass Frankreich 209

as . This residual sweet wine from Kaiserstuhl fills 369, A rich and extremely aromatic dessert wine BI O the glass with nothing but vitality. with a bouquet of apricots and rose essence. 91+ Vinous 2003 Maximin Grünhäuser Abtsberg Riesling Auslese Mosel 109 1990 Château La Tour Blanche 1er Grand Cru 363, This Auslese comes from the warm year of 2003. Classé Frankreich, 0.375l 129 The Abtsberg is the sole property of Weingut Maximin 368, La Tour Blanche is one of the best wineries in the Grünhäuser and has been cultivated with vines for around Sauternes region. The 1990 vintage is an excellent example 1000 years. for this great year and is now matured to perfection. 92 Robert Parker 2013 Domaine Weinbach Riesling Schlossberg Vendanges Tardives Clos des Capucins Elsass Frankreich, 0.375l 99 367, This Spätlese is intense with ripe orange, toffee and spicy aromas. It is sweet with refreshing acidity and a long aftertaste. 93+ Robert Parker

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Here you will find a selection of our wines by the glass. Issue 4 For further recommendations please speak to a member of our staff.

2018 Schloss Neuweier Riesling Gutswein Ortenau 7 / 29 2018 Brenners Park-Hotel & Schloss Neuweier Cuvée 406, Schloss Neuweier is one of the prettiest wineries in the Ortenau 8 / 35 Ortenau and ranks among the best producers in Germany. 315, Together with the Schloss Neuweier in the Ortenau we have created this noble cuvée of Chardonnay, and 2018 Karl Schaefer Riesling Dürkheimer 9 / 39 Sauvignon Blanc exclusively for the Brenners Park-Hotel. Fuchsmantel Quetschenbaum 403, This aromatic wine from the nearby Pfalz wine region is 2019 Schloss Neuweier Rosé Gutswein Ortenau 8 / 35 not only a big hit with Fritz. 402, This pure Spätburgunder rosé is fresh and fruity. 0.15 litre glass. Sparkling wines are served in 0.1 litre glasses.

2015 Schloss Neuweier Riesling Mauerwein 14 / 69 2014 Stigler Oberrotweiler Spätburgunder 8 / 39 0.75 litre bottle, or as offered. Großes Gewächs Ortenau Ortswein F8 Kaiserstuhl 356, The Mauerwein originates - how could it be otherwise - 524, Weingut Stigler specialises in wines with maturing Prices are in euros and include VAT. from the Mauerberg, one of the Ortenau’s steepest vineyards qualities. The F8 shows just how long it is possible to store a Pinot Noir from this estate. 2019 Weinhaus Heger Grauburgunder Sonett 8 / 35 Kaiserstuhl 2016 Sierra Cantabria Crianza Rioja Spanien 8 / 39 The reviews in this wine list come from the most important wine critics in the world. The majority of the reviews are 407, A lively and fruity Grauburgunder from Weinhaus Heger. 602, This pure Tempranillo is aged in used barriques and from Robert Parkers Wine Advocate, Antonio Gallonis Vinous and James Suckling. bottled without being filtered. Its aroma is of ripe cherries and 2019 Knewitz Weisser Burgunder Gutswein 8 / 35 smoke. On the palate it’s rich and juicy. Psst! One wine in this list is outrageously well priced. Can you find our top secret wine? Rheinhessen O 410, What the brothers Tobias and Björn Knewitz have achieved 2017 Saint Cosme Côtes du Rhône BI You are also more than welcome to bring your own bottle of wine to drink here. Corkage charge: €20. in recent years is truly admirable. The small business is one of the Les Deux Albion Rhone Frankreich 10 / 49 rising stars in the Rheinhessen region and this Weißburgunder’s 603, This 100% Syrah is renowned for its excellent value for The Human Wine freshness and elegance certainly impress. money. It has the bouquet of blackberries and olive tapenade. 91 Robert Parker 2019 Friedrich Becker Chardonnay 9 / 49 Gutswein Pfalz 411, Weingut Friedrich Becker is one of Germany’s experts for Burgundy grapes. This Chardonnay is aromatic and rich.

2019 Fischer Kaiserstuhl 8 / 35 Brenners Park-Hotel & Spa supports the Human Wine Project. The Human Wine is a joint venture of winemakers, 405, The Fischer vineyard is managed by the Heger family. restauranteurs and prominent figures united by the slogan “We turn wine into water”. The project’s objective is to use The Sauvignon Blanc is fresh, lively and clear. enjoyable means to bring people closer to the 30 human rights, to create food for thought and to financially support an important human rights project with the “Water is right” initiative.

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